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Record-breaking ultramarathon runner Jacqui Bell takes aim at 161 km Queensland trail

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For many people, becoming the youngest person to run an ultramarathon in all seven continents would be enough to earn a rest.

But Brisbane’s Jacqui Bell is training for her next big challenge — this time at home.

The 25-year-old runner and motivational speaker aims to set a new time record for the 161 kilometre Brisbane Valley Rail Trail.

As if that wasn’t ambitious enough — Ms Bell plans to do the race “unsupported”, which means there will be no fans supporting her along the way.

Ultramarathon runner Jacqui Bell had to pull out of her last attempt at 135kms after her body “shut down”.(Supplied: Jac Lee Photography)

Everything Ms Bell needs to complete the mission she will have to carry herself.



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